PA Spotlights

Ivy Debrah and her family joined the SSFS community in 2021, drawn by its deep-rooted Quaker values of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. She began volunteering even before her children officially started at SSFS—as soon as they received the admission letter! Ivy is the PA Clerk this year (2024-2025); she served as  Auction Committee clerk for the past three years, while actively volunteering at all PA-led events. Ivy says, "Volunteering allows me to actively participate in [my children's] educational experience, stay connected with other families, and contribute to the vibrant culture of SSFS. It’s a way to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact on our school community."

Rachel Winer Sticklin and her family joined the SSFS community in 2019. She first got actively involved the PA as an auction volunteer in 2020, and she has also served as a Grade Rep, Assistant Co-Clerk, Co-Clerk, and no Mentoring Clerk. She has also co-clerked a number of PA events, including Friends Day and the Faculty-Staff Appreciation Lunch. Rachel says, "the relationships and connections I’ve made with other parents have been the best part of my PA experience." Find out more about Rachel, including her favorite PA events, and what she's gained by being active in the PA!